It’s been two months of running Podscan for real. So let’s take a look at what happened, what didn’t happen, and if I already spent all that funding money. First, because it’s quite likely the most interesting topic, let’s talk money. I never disclosed the full amount, and I likely won’t for a while, but … Continue reading Podscan, 2 months and $1k MRR in
Marybeth Alexander — Knowledgebase Secrets
Marybeth Alexander is the Chief Executive Owl at KnowledgeOwl, a SaaS that focuses on providing the most impactful knowledgebase you could possibly have. We talk about using knowledge management systems outside their "usual" domain of customer service: Marybeth teaches how you can employ a KB for marketing, sales, and even internal documentation purposes. We also tackle … Continue reading Marybeth Alexander — Knowledgebase Secrets
MicroConf Atlanta — My Biggest Learnings
I am writing this still from the hotel where MicroConf 2024 just wrapped up. I'm on the road in Atlanta, and I want to share my impressions from this conference and the things I learned, the things I'm taking home with me to work on my software as a service business, my media brand, and … Continue reading MicroConf Atlanta — My Biggest Learnings
Nicolai Klemke — Switching Lanes: Physics PhD to Indie Hacker
Nicolai Klemke (@nicolaiklemke) is an Indie Hacker with a PhD in Physics. Talk about a career change! Nicolai shares his founder journey from learning how to code to making waves in the music industry. We chat about carving out a niche in the bustling AI market, honing in on a customer segment that has a need … Continue reading Nicolai Klemke — Switching Lanes: Physics PhD to Indie Hacker
Challenges of Offering an API
Last week, I dove into my ideal customer. Now that I have chosen that elusive ideal customer profile, there are consequences. I have found the right people to build for, but what do they need? I’ll walk you through my product challenges today. Let’s recap. I decided to turn Podscan into the most comprehensive podcast … Continue reading Challenges of Offering an API
Aaron Francis — You’re FIRED!
Aaron Francis (@aarondfrancis) lost his job and gained a new outlook on life — or rather, he stepped into entrepreneurship for good. Aaron weighed his options, found old friends who were ready for new adventures and finally took the plunge that his supportive audience wanted to see him take. Building his platform in public got him … Continue reading Aaron Francis — You’re FIRED!
Finding my Ideal Customer Profile
Who is Podscan’s ideal customer? Who should I sell and market to? And how can I find out who could be ideal, and what choices do I have to make when whittling down that list? Today, I’ll dive into the Ideal Customer Profile for my recently-funded yet still very-much owner-operated software business Podscan. Let’s start … Continue reading Finding my Ideal Customer Profile
Jessica Malnik — How to Communicate as an Indie Hacker
Jessica Malnik (@jessicamalnik) deeply understands how remote work has changed the world of marketing and running a business. And fortunately, she's sharing her knowledge. In fact, we talk a lot about how to communicate right: with your customers, with your market, and even with your globally distributed remote employees. From preventing coworker burnout to customer engagement … Continue reading Jessica Malnik — How to Communicate as an Indie Hacker
Funded!
Two months ago, I started tinkering on a new business. A few weeks ago, I created a company for it. A few days ago, I signed a document. And yesterday, a massive wire arrived in a (less-than-a-day-old) bank account. Podscan is now a real company that has been funded by the Calm Company fund — … Continue reading Funded!
Michael Taylor — Prompt Engineering for Fun & Profit
Mike Taylor (@hammer_mt) literally wrote the book on Prompt Engineering. He paints a vivid picture of a future where generative AI could make our traditional databases look like ancient relics, and the role of developers shifts dramatically. Instead of crafting code, they could be steering the helm of AI-generated software, potentially dealing with the whims … Continue reading Michael Taylor — Prompt Engineering for Fun & Profit